It can be used to add functionality to the Mac operating system, automate tasks, add functions, and generally easier. AppleScript is always very useful, and with Mac OS X, you can take AppleScript farther than ever before. This book begins with the basics like handling variables, loops, and commands. Then the results with the more advanced concepts like debugging, AppleScripting with databases, manipulating PDFs with SMILE, and automating media workflow. In short, this book: Takes you on a journey from beginner to professional AppleScripter.